| ID | 133014 |
| Title Proper | 5th gen fighter |
| Other Title Information | where, when?? |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Gangadharan, Surya |
| Publication | 2014. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The IAF brass have serious concerns about the fifth generation fighter, a plane the air force desperately wants because they are running short of aircraft (34 Squadrons at the last count). The concern s centre on the manner in which the project is being pursued. Senior serving and retired officers acknowledge the preliminary design has been completed to their satisfaction and the contract negotiations on R&D are progressing. But that's where it ends. |
| `In' analytical Note | Defence and Technology vol. 13, 103 (8/1/2014) |
| Journal Source | Defence and Technology vol. 13, 103 (8/1/2014) |
| Key Words | Indian Air Force - IAF ; Defence Negotiation ; Contract Negotiations ; Defence Procurement ; Defence Acquisition ; Defence Deal ; Defence Budget ; Defence Economy ; Defence Expenditure ; Fifth Generation Fighter - FGF |